High-Performance Bidirectional DC Power Supplies for Precision and Versatility | 5 kW - 10 kW - 15 kW
PSB 10000 3U
EA Elektro-Automatik’s PSB 10000 3U is a compact and powerful solution for advanced DC power testing and simulation needs. With power capacities ranging from 5 kW to 15 kW, it combines precision, efficiency, and adaptability to support a wide range of applications, including battery testing, fuel cell evaluation, and solar array simulation. Its bidirectional capability enables seamless energy recovery with up to 96% efficiency, reducing operational costs and environmental impact. Featuring flexible autoranging technology, scalable configurations, and intuitive controls via a 5” touchscreen, the PSB 10000 3U is designed to meet the rigorous demands of engineers and end users seeking reliable and efficient testing systems.
Key Features
Bidirectional Power Capability: Functions as both a power source and regenerative load, feeding up to 96% of energy back into the grid, reducing costs and heat.
Flexible Autoranging: Offers wide voltage and current ranges (up to 2000 V and 510 A) while maintaining full power, enabling versatile application use.
Scalable System Design: Allows parallel operation of up to 64 units for large-scale systems delivering up to 960 kW, supporting high-power requirements.
High Efficiency: Delivers exceptional efficiency of up to 96%, optimizing energy consumption and reducing operational costs.
Comprehensive Safety Features: Includes overvoltage, overcurrent, overpower, and overtemperature protection to ensure reliable and safe operation.
Integrated Function Generator: Built-in waveforms and customizable sequences simplify complex testing scenarios for batteries, fuel cells, and solar arrays.
User-Friendly Interface and Connectivity: Features a 5” color touchscreen, USB, Ethernet, and optional industrial communication protocols for seamless operation and integration.
Why Partner with W5 Engineering?
Expertise
At W5 Engineering, we specialize in power electronics, providing unmatched knowledge of EA Powered products. Our team of technical sales engineers ensures you find the perfect solution for even the most complex requirements.
Custom Solutions
We deliver customized configurations and integrations tailored to your unique applications. Whether for R&D, production, or testing, W5 Engineering ensures your power systems meet exact specifications.
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Available Models
Name | Power (W) | Voltage (V) | Current (A) | Ripple in CV (pp) | Ripple in CV (rms) |
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PSB 12000-20 | 15000 W | 2000 V | 20 A | ≤2400 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤400 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 11500-30 | 15000 W | 1500 V | 20 A | ≤2400 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤400 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 11500-20 | 10000 W | 1500 V | 20 A | ≤2000 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤400 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 11000-40 | 15000 W | 1000 V | 40 A | ≤1600 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤300 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 11000-30 | 10000 W | 1000 V | 30 A | ≤1000 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤200 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10750-60 | 15000 W | 750 V | 60 A | ≤800 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤200 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10500-90 | 15000 W | 500 V | 90 A | ≤350 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤70 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10750-20 | 5000 W | 750 V | 20 A | ≤800 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤200 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10750-40 | 10000 W | 750 V | 40 A | ≤800 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤200 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10500-60 | 10000 W | 500 V | 60 A | ≤350 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤70 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10500-30 | 5000 W | 500 V | 30 A | ≤350 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤70 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10360-80 | 10000 W | 360 V | 80 A | ≤320 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤55 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10360-40 | 5000 W | 360 V | 40 A | ≤320 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤55 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10360-120 | 15000 W | 360 V | 120 A | ≤320 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤55 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10200-70 | 5000 W | 200 V | 70 A | ≤300 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤40 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10200-210 | 15000 W | 200 V | 210 A | ≤300 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤40 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10200-140 | 10000 W | 200 V | 140 A | ≤300 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤40 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10080-510 | 15000 W | 80 V | 510 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10080-340 | 10000 W | 80 V | 340 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10080-170 | 5000 W | 80 V | 170 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10060-510 | 15000 W | 60 V | 510 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10060-340 | 10000 W | 60 V | 340 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10060-170 | 5000 W | 60 V | 170 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10010-510 | 5100 W | 10 V | 510 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10010-340 | 3400 W | 10 V | 340 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
PSB 10010-170 | 1700 W | 10 V | 170 A | ≤100 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤10 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
Product Information
Compact, Scalable, and Energy-Efficient Power Testing Solutions
The PSB 10000 3U combines cutting-edge technology with precision engineering to deliver a powerful, compact, and versatile solution for DC power testing and simulation. With power ratings ranging from 5 kW to 15 kW per unit and bidirectional capability, it serves as both a power source and regenerative load, offering up to 96% energy recovery. This makes it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications, including battery testing, fuel cell evaluation, and solar array simulation, all while reducing energy costs and minimizing heat generation.
Engineered for scalability and flexibility, the PSB 10000 3U features autoranging technology that adapts to a broad spectrum of voltage and current combinations, up to 2000 V and 510 A. Its design supports parallel operation of up to 64 units, enabling configurations that can deliver up to 960 kW, making it a perfect fit for both laboratory and industrial environments. The integrated function generator, intuitive 5” color touchscreen, and advanced safety features ensure seamless operation, precision, and reliability.
With its robust connectivity options, including USB, Ethernet, and optional industrial protocols, the PSB 10000 3U easily integrates into existing systems. Whether you’re performing automated testing, energy storage simulations, or renewable energy evaluations, this power supply provides the performance and adaptability engineers and end users demand.
Specifications
AC Input
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- Voltage Phases
- Range 1: 208 V, ±10%, 3ph AC (with DC output power derating to 3 / 6 / 9 kW)
- Range 2: 380 – 480 V, ±10%, 3ph AC
- Frequency: 45 – 65 Hz
- Power Factor: Typical 0.99
- Leakage Current: <5 mA
- Inrush Current @400 V : ca. 40 A per phase
- Overvoltage Category: 2
- Voltage Phases
DC Output (Static)
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- Load Regulation CV: ≤ 0.05% FS (0 – 100% load, constant output voltage and constant temperature)
- Line Regulation CV: ≤ 0.01% FS (208 V – 480 V AC ±10% input voltage, constant load and constant temperature)
- Stability CV: ≤ 0.02% FS (during 8 hours of operation, after 30 minutes of warm-up, at constant output voltage, load, and temperature)
- Temperature Coefficient CV: ≤ 30 ppm/°C (after 30 minutes of warm-up)
- Compensation (Remote Sense): ≤ 5% UNominal
- Load Regulation CC: ≤ 0.1% FS (0 – 100% load, constant output voltage and constant temperature)
- Line Regulation CC: ≤ 0.01% FS (208 V – 480 V AC ±10% input voltage, constant load and constant temperature)
- Stability CC: ≤ 0.02% FS (during 8 hours of operation, after 30 minutes of warm-up, at constant output voltage, load, and temperature)
- Temperature Coefficient CC: ≤ 50 ppm/°C (after 30 minutes of warm-up)
- Load Regulation CP: ≤ 0.3% FS (0 – 100% load, constant output voltage and constant temperature)
- Load Regulation CR: ≤ 0.3% FS + 0.1% FS of current (0 – 100% load, constant output voltage and constant temperature)
Protective Functions
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- Overvoltage Protection (OVP): Adjustable 0–110% UNominal
- Overcurrent Protection (OCP): Adjustable 0–110% INominal
- Overpower Protection (OPP): Adjustable 0–110% PNominal
- Overtemperature Protection (OT): DC output shuts down in case of insufficient cooling
DC Output (Dynamic)
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- Rise Time (10 – 90%, CV): ≤20 ms
- Fall Time (90 – 10%, CV): ≤20 ms
- Rise Time (10 – 90%, CC): ≤10 ms
- Fall Time (90 – 10%, CC): ≤10 ms
Display Accuracy
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- Voltage: ≤0.05% FS
- Current: ≤0.1% FS
Insulation
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- AC Input to DC Output: 3750 Vrms (1 minute, creepage distance >8 mm)
- AC Input to Case (PE): 2500 Vrms
- DC Output to Interfaces: 1000 V DC (models up to 360 V rating), 1500 V DC (models from 500 V rating)
Interfaces (Digital)
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- Built-in, Galvanically Isolated: USB, Ethernet (100 MBit) for communication, 1x USB Host for data acquisition
- Optional, Galvanically Isolated: CAN, CANopen, RS232, Modbus TCP, Profinet, Profibus, EtherCAT, Ethernet
Interfaces (Analog)
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- Built-in, Galvanically Isolated: 15-pole D-Sub
- Signal Range: 0 – 10 V or 0 – 5 V (switchable)
- Inputs: U, I, P, R, remote control on/off, DC output on/off, resistance mode on/off
- Outputs: Monitor U and I, alarms, reference voltage, DC output status, CV/CC regulation mode
- Accuracy (U/I/P/R): O-10 V: ≤0.2% , 0-5 V: ≤0.4%
Device Configuration
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- Parallel Operation: Up to 64 units of any power class in the 10000 series, with Master-Slave Bus and Share Bus
Safety and EMC
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- Safety Standards: EN 61010-1, IEC 61010-1, UL 61010-1, CSA C22.2 No 61010-1, BS EN 61010-1
- EMC Compliance: EN 55011 (Class B), CISPR 11 (Class B), FCC 47 CFR part 15B (Class B), EN 61326-1
- Includes tests: EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6
- Safety Protection Class: Class 1
- Ingress Protection: IP20
Environmental Conditions
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- Operating Temperature: 0–50 °C (32–122 °F)
- Storage Temperature: -20–70 °C (-4–158 °F)
- Humidity: ≤80% relative humidity, non-condensing
- Altitude: ≤2000 m (≤6,600 ft)
- Pollution Degree: 2
Mechanical Construction
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- Cooling: Forced air flow from front to rear (temperature-controlled fans), optional water cooling
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 19” x 3U x 668 mm (26.3 in)
- Weight: 5 kW unit: 18 kg (40 lb), 10 kW unit: 25.4 kg (56 lb), 15 kW unit: 32.8 kg (72 lb)
Need More Channels?
Need more channels or 1 MS communication speed? Check out the EA BT 2000 Series with triple channel capability.
Interfaces and Software
Built-In Interfaces
Optional Interfaces
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- USB
- Ethernet
- Analog
- USB Host
- Master-Slave-Bus
- Share-Bus
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- CAN
- CANopen
- RS232
- Profibus
- EtherCAT
- Profinet, with one or two ports
- Modbus, with one or two ports
- Ethernet, with one or two ports
Software
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- EA-Power Control
- EA-Battery Simulator